Nantucket Events Calendar
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Story Walk: In a Jar
All Day
Nantucket Atheneum 1 India St.
Here's a marvelous picture book, charmingly written and beautifully illustrated, about the power of memory and the magic of friendship. Llewellyn, a little rabbit, is a collector. He gathers things… Read more
Sports Fishing on the Herbert T
7:00 AM
Herbert T Slip #14, Straight Wharf
Capt. Fred Tonkin is an experienced island fisherman who will take you to where the fish are biting. All equipment provided. A fishing trip on the Herbert T is a… Read more
Smooth Hummocks with Nantucket Walkabout
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Graded relatively flat by glacial meltwater running out over the coastal plain to the ocean 75 miles away when the landmass that would become Nantucket was nothing more than a… Read more
Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim
10:00 AM
Endeavor Straight Wharf, Slip #1015
Sailing Trips at 10 am, 1:30 & 3:30 pm, & sunset: learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Private charters & per person fares. Slip #1015, Straight… Read more
Barrett’s Tours
11:00 AM
Step back in time on Nantucket’s oldest and most authentic guided tour. Experience the rich history and natural beauty of Nantucket on this 90-minute narrated van or bus tour. Founded… Read more
The Signature Tour: a Traditional Historic Tour of Nantucket
11:15 AM
Nantucket Island Tours 42 Straight Wharf
Ready to discover the hidden beauty of Nantucket? Our Signature Bus Tour is specially designed to bring you to the island’s most beautiful and remote corners without the hassle of driving or… Read more
Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Nantucket by Water Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
Relax on this narrated tour of the inner harbor while you enjoy ice cream with friends & family. Departs again at 1, 2:25, & 4 pm. Call 508-228-7037 or book online… Read more
The Westender Tour with Island Tours
11:45 AM - 2:15 PM
Nantucket Island Tours 42 Straight Wharf
Want to see even more of Nantucket without access to a bike or car? We’ve got you covered! Our Westender Tour takes you out to the sites at the “west end” of… Read more
Somatic Yoga at the Atheneum
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM
Nantucket Atheneum 1 India St.
Join us at 12:30 for a yoga practice for everyone! We will move through the practice focusing our attention on what it feels like to be in the body through… Read more
Marsh – Native Seed Collection
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Monthly Action for Restoration and Stewardship of Habitats (MARSH) is back to work with our Native Plant Propagation Manager, Stacey, to collect native plant seeds. Collecting native seeds helps us… Read more
Lost Farm Sanctuary with Nantucket Walkabout
2:00 PM
Just under half of Nantucket’s farms existed on the western half of the island. Around 1850, when Nantucket boasted nearly 100 produce, dairy, poultry and cattle farms all over the… Read more
Island Tours Elin Hilderbrand Blue Book Tour
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Nantucket Island Tours 42 Straight Wharf
A Must See, Can’t Miss, Won’t Forget Tour of Nantucket New in 2026: Insider’s Glimpse to Five Star Weekend, coming to the Peacock Network summer ’26! Straight from the pages of Elin… Read more
Live Music by Tim Pitts at Cisco Brewers
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cisco Brewers 5 Bartlett Farm Rd
Live music at Cisco! Head out to the brewery for a pint or two and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations.
Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise
4:00 PM
Nantucket by Water Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.
Lecture with Anne Classen Knutson on Elizabeth Rebecca Coffin: New York Good Girl to Nantucket Radical
5:30 PM
Whaling Museum 13 Broad Street
Knutson will discuss the Nantucket Historical Association’s upcoming 2027 summer show and accompanying catalog: Elizabeth Rebecca Coffin: New York Good Girl to Nantucket Radical
2026 Annual Membership Celebration
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Millie’s 326 Madaket Rd
Join us for our 2026 Annual Membership Celebration on Tuesday, September 22, from 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM at Millie’s Nantucket, 326 Madaket Road. Presented by Remain and Millie’s Nantucket. It will be a special evening dedicated… Read more
Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise
5:30 PM
Nantucket by Water Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
Nothing beats a Nantucket Sunset. Grab a favorite beverage & snacks and c’mon aboard for one of the best shows in town! Departure time will vary with sunset. Call 508-228-7037… Read more
Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor with Captain Jim
6:00 PM
Endeavor Straight Wharf, Slip #1015
Sailing Trips at 10 am, 1:30 & 3:30 pm, & sunset: learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Private charters & per person fares. Slip #1015, Straight… Read more
Meditation
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Nantucket Atheneum 1 India St.
Each weekly class includes a short talk, a guided meditation, and time for reflection or questions—designed to support a clearer understanding of the methods and help build a consistent meditation practice. Registration encouraged. No… Read more
ELL Beginner English
6:30 PM - 9:29 PM
Nantucket Atheneum 1 India St.
Learn essential phrases and vocabulary for everyday conversation. Practice speaking and boost your confidence in a friendly classroom setting. The Literacy Volunteers of the Atheneum (LVA) offer a drop-in beginner… Read more
The Mousetrap presented by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket
7:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Bennett Hall 62 Centre Street
Step into the snow-bound world of Monkswell Manor and become part of theatrical history. Written by Agatha Christie, The Mousetrap opened in London in 1952 and holds the title of… Read more
Late Night Trivia at The Rose & Crown
9:30 PM
Rose & Crown 23 S Water Street
Enjoy fun and libations at The Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street